Registered Care Manager

AA Euro Group; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adult care provider in Lewes is seeking a Registered Care Manager to oversee the management of a residential care home. The role includes ensuring high-quality care, managing budgets, and leading staff. Candidates should have proven management experience and knowledge of CQC standards. This position offers a competitive salary and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

28 days annual leave

Stakeholder Pension & Share Save Scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a residential care service.
• Strong knowledge of CQC frameworks and quality assurance.
• Resilient and compassionate leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of the home.
• Ensure person-centred care in line with CQC standards.
• Manage budgets, health & safety, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of CQC frameworks

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Registered Care Manager – Lewes. Location: Lewes. Job Type: Full Time | Permanent. Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum (depending on experience).

AA Euro Healthcare are recruiting for an experienced and compassionate Care Home Manager on behalf of a leading adult care provider in Lewes. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership role and make a genuine difference.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the day-to-day management of the home.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care in line with CQC standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff to deliver best practice.
• Oversee dynamic support plans tailored to each resident's needs and aspirations.
• Manage budgets, health & safety, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external agencies.
• Drive quality improvement and service development.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive Salary
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Comprehensive induction programme to Care Certificate Standards
• Opportunities to complete Apprenticeships and gain qualifications in Social Care
• Stakeholder Pension & Share Save Scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual staff awards and employee recognition schemes
• Clear pathways for career progression
• Access to the Care Foundation for family and friend grant applications

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience managing a residential care service.
• Strong knowledge of CQC frameworks and quality assurance.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or willingness to achieve).
• Resilient, compassionate leadership style with excellent communication skills.
• Passion for supporting vulnerable adults and achieving high safeguarding standards.

Personal Characteristics

• Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one.
• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues.
• The ability to keep calm under pressure.
• The confidence to work alone or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills
• The passion to work with vulnerable adults
• The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.

How to Apply

Apply today and a member of the AA Euro Healthcare team will be in touch!